Internship
NMNH Summer High School Internship
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
What it is
Paid summer internship where high-school students work with museum departments on science and non-science projects while building research, communication, and workplace skills.
Who it’s for
Ages 15-18 and currently enrolled in grades 9-12; fluent in English; must live within commuting distance of Washington, DC, Maryland, or Virginia.
What you’ll likely need
- Resume (fillable PDF)
- Statement of interest (4 questions, 250 words each)
- One letter of recommendation
- Online application through the Smithsonian SOLAA system
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